Expats of Fairfield County

The expats of Fairfield County are a group of people who, while they appreciate the suburbs' backyards, good public schools, and easily accessible beaches, still want to feel connected to the city. Here are their top haunts.

The Capitol Theatre - Port Chester, NY.

The Capitol Theatre - Port Chester, NY.

This Port Chester musical destination in the 'burbs reopened last fall with Bob Dylan, and has been booking solid musicians ever since. The theater is strongly reminiscent of the Beacon Theatre and hosts similar acts; this fall's calendar features Willy Nelson, Bonnie Rait, and Herbie Hancock, to name a few. The theater is a block from Metro-North and only a couple of miles from I-95—easily accessible for live-music fans from Westchester and Fairfield counties.

PopShop Market – roaming

PopShop Market – roaming

PopShop is a European-style open-air pop up market that features 50 vendors of antique and repurposed furniture, artwork, jewelry, and fashion by local artists, designers, and merchants. It was founded by three New York City transplants who recognized that many of their Fairfield County friends and fellow residents would appreciate such an experience. Markets also include a signature BarCar where local food trucks serve up everything from lobster rolls to artisanal grilled cheese, a local brewer, wine tasting, and a seasonal cocktail—all under the same tent with live music from local bands. The inaugural markets were held in June and August in Fairfield and New Haven, respectively.